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How is kava used?
Pacific Islands
Traditionally, Pacific Islander communities crushed, chewed and ground the root and stump of the shrub, then soaked it in cold water to produce a drink for ceremonies and cultural practices.
These rituals were said to strengthen ties among groups, reaffirm status and help people communicate with spirits.2
Many Pacific Islanders who have settled in Australia have continued drinking kava or using kava extracts.4
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
Kava was introduced to the communities in the north of Australia in the 1980s as a substitute for alcohol, to reduce alcohol-related harms in the community.
The kava drink is often used for sedative, hypnotic and muscle-relaxant effects, in much the same way that alcohol is used.2
Herbal preparations
Kava extract is used in some herbal preparations which are sold as over-the-counter tablets and preparations to be used in the treatment of insomnia, stress and anxiety.5
Effects of kava
There is no safe level of drug use.
Use of any drug always carries some risk. It’s important to b
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